Former President Goodluck Jonathan Bags Martin Luther King’s Award---PHOTONEWS

Immediate past Nigerians President Dr. Goodluck Jonathan has been awarded with 2015 series Martin Luther King’s Award From Southern Leadership Conference, USA.

Dr  Jonathan was today awarded formerly decorated with the prestigious award, for his contributions to Africa'ss development and unwavering leadership qualities  he  exhibited in the post 2015 presidential election.

Re-Run Between Ekwunife & Umeh is Survival of Igbo Nation In Nigeria Polity------APGA Pub. Sec

The publicity secretary of the All Progressive Grand Alliance APGA, Anambra state, Comrade Chinedu kwonta has expressed confidence that Chief Victor Umeh will win the February 22^nd Re-Run Senatorial election in Anambra central senatorial district.

Sound Sultan traces“crap music” to undue pressure from fans

A pop artiste, Sound Sultan, on Friday traced the poor quality of music currently renting Nigeria’s airwaves to undue pressure from fans not interested in professionalism.
The musician in Lagos said that the society should benefit immensely from the type of music to hear, describing music as “ an important tool that entertainers should use

Read How Dangote reconciled Don Jazzy, Olamide---PHOTOS

Finally, a photograph detailing Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote as the one behind the reconciliation of Olamide and Don Jazzy’s following a mega rift which occurred between the two at the 10th Headies awards on January 1, 2016.

Wizkid announces world tour

Popular musician, Ayodeji Balogun, a.k.a, Wizkid, on Wednesday said he would soon kick-off his musical world tour from Amsterdam. The `Ojuelegba’ crooner who did not disclose the date of the tour also said that his highly anticipated third studio album would be ready soon too. “About to catch a flight to where I wanna be; first holiday in 3years.

FEATURE: How Ronaldo statue was Messi-ed

Cristiano Ronaldo’s statue in Funchal, capital of his home island of Madeira, has been tagged with the name and shirt number of arch-rival Lionel Messi, according to local press reports.
The graffiti was put on the statue overnight on Tuesday, just hours after Barcelona’s Argentine star Messi claimed a fifth world player of the year award, beating out Real Madrid’s Portuguese striker and three-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo in the process.

Corruption embedded in world athletics – WADA

A  said Thursday that corruption was “embedded” at the world athletics body piling pressure on its new leader Sebastian Coe. The International Association of Athletics Associaions (IAAF) must have known about corruption orchestrated by its former leader Lamine Diack, it said. But Richard Pound, the former WADA president who wrote the report, said that Coe, who took over the IAAF in August is the best person to lead reforms of the world body.

CHAN 2016: Super Eagles, others aim high

Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles and 15 other countries’ teams will clash as the Championship of African Nations (CHAN) is scheduled to begin on Jan. 16 in Rwanda.
The tournament which will run from Jan. 16 to Feb. 7 is organised by the African Football Confederation (CAF), exclusively for African players who ply trade in their respective national leagues.
Rwanda, Gabon, Morocco, Cote d’ Ivoire, DR Congo, Angola, Cameroon, Ethiopia, Tunisia, Nigeria, Niger, Guinea, Zimbabwe, Mali, Uganda and Zambia are the 16 countries that qualified for the competition.
The 16 countries have been drawn into four groups of four teams each.

Arsenal sign Egyptian midfielder Elneny

Arsenal have signed Egyptian midfielder Mohamed Elneny from Swiss side Basel for an undisclosed fee, the Premier League leaders announced on Thursday.
“Arsenal have signed Mohamed Elneny from FC Basel,” the club announced on their website. “Everyone at Arsenal would like to welcome Mohamed to the club.”

N34bn fraud: EFCC slams 40-counts charge against Tompolo, Akpobolokemi, others

A Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has granted an order sought by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, to serve the summons, compelling ex-Niger Delta militant, Government Ekpemupolo, a.k.a. Tompolo, to appear before the court to face a 40-count charge of fraudulent conversion of several millions of naira, dollars and property belonging to the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency, NIMASA, to personal use.

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT: BIRD FLU

The Anambra State Government alerts members of the public about the resurgence of Avian Influenza popularly called Bird Flu in some states across the country. This disease which is usually associated with birds can also be transmitted from bird to man.

Bird Flu can be transmitted through direct contact with infected birds or poultry materials.

MISSING BUDGET: Buhari's Aide Doctored Budget--Senate

The Senate has accused the Senior Special Assistant to President Muhammadu Buhari on Senate, Ita Enang, of changing the contents of the 2016 appropriation bill before making the document available to the lawmakers.
Mr. Buhari presented the 2016 budget proposal last December before a joint session of the National Assembly.

2015 SCORE CARD: NDLEA Anambra Records 68 Per Cent Success In Fighting Illicit Drug Trafficking

The Anambra state commandant of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) , Mr. Sule Momodu has solicited for accelerated hearing of drug related cases in various courts to decongest number of drug suspects in prison custodies in the state .

CBN assures Dangote of Forex to finance $14bn refinery

Aliko Dangote andCBN Governor, Godwin Emefiele

The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has given assurance to Dangote Group that it will support it access Foreign Exchange, Forex to build its proposed $14 billion refinery in the country.

Mr. Godwin Emefiele, the Governor of the CBN, said this during a tour of the refinery which is projected to refine 650,000 barrels of crude oil per day.

‘Nwobodo joined APC as a fugitive running from justice’

The South-East All Progressives Congress, APC, yesterday, described ex-governor of old Anambra State, Jim Nwobodo’s entry into the party as a grand plan to shield himself from the long arm of the law, following his alleged involvement in the $2.1 billion arms deals undergoing probe by the Economic Financial Crime Commission, EFCC.

Umeh urges INEC To Abide By Court Order For Fair Rerun Poll In Anambra Central

Immediate past  National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA, and candidate of the party in the Anambra Central senatorial district rerun election, Chief Victor Umeh has charged the Independent National Electoral Commission INEC to respect court order by excluding fresh candidates in the rerun polls. 

Jonathan Is Not Immune To Arrest— EFCC boss

The  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC explained, yesterday, why it has not arrested former President Goodluck Jonathan following startling revelations on how the former National Security Adviser, NSA, Col Sambo Dasuki  (retd) allegedly disbursed over $2.1 billion meant for arms purchase to various individuals.

Alarmed by the revelations, the National leadership of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has, however, asked Dr Jonathan to speak out.

Ekwunife Tipped For Deputy Senate President----APC

The chairman, All Progressive Congress APC Anambra state chapter, Barrister Emeka Ibe has assured the state of virile development programmes the party will attract if Senator Uche Ekwunife is returned to  the senate.

He was buoyed with hope that her aspiration is in line with the programme of the APC led by President Muhammadu Buhari and solicit for  people's support to ensure she is voted back into the senate.

EFCC arrests DG NBC Over alleged N15bn fraud

The  Director-General of the Nigerian Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Emeka Mba, has been arrested by men of the  Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), over an alleged N15 billion fraud.

I pray For My Critics To Be Delivered Because I left N600 Million In PFN Purse-----ORITSEJAFOR

Immediate past  National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria ( PFN ), Pastor Ayo has Oritsejafor, has urged Christians not to relent on the fight to defeat Boko Haram Insurgency in Nigeria and solicit for a rallying point to touch lives of the Internally Displaced persons living in different camps in Nigeria.

Former APC Assembly Member Throws Weight Behind Senator Ekwunife's Ambition

                                                 WHO IS AFRAID OF EKWUNIFE?.
I have observed with dismay the number of people who criticize the recent decamping of Uche Ekwunife from PDP. Some even antagonize the APC for "accepting" Ekwunife. Haba. Some

Root of the Matter: Chike Okagbue Returns in a Riveting Book

This is a book of legacies, timed to coincide with the tenth year anniversary of the death of Chief Chike Okagbue (Ezennia).  It is a special tribute collection condensed from the reflections of people most affected by Ezennia’s phenomenal life.  It seeks to uncover, from family members, associates and eyewitnesses; the forces that propelled Chike Okagbue to his outstanding achievements in business, politics and service to humanity.

On Igbo Marginalization President Buhari Erred

During his first media chat, President Muhammadu Buhari while answering the vexed question on Igbo marginalization asked what NdiIgbo wanted. Suggesting that NdiIgbo were not being marginalised as claimed in several quarters. 

APGA Trustee Assures Obiano of Second Term In Office

A member of Board of Trustees of All Progressive Grand Alliance (APGA) and the Igbo spiritual leader, Chief Rommy Ezeonwuka, disclosed yesterday that Governor Willie Obiano of Anambra state would be returned for second tenure because of his achievements within one year and nine months in office.

AKPOKUODIKE AND DESTINY

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                                                                Hon. Chinedu Nkwonta
In Igbo land, names a given with due consideration to the circumstance surrounding the coming of a child or the better expectations of the parents in the future. In the same vein, titles are given with due consideration to the disposition of the individual, what one has done for the community and how one is perceived. It is not possible in Igbo tradition for one to be bestowed with a name like  "Onapuluagunma", the man that collected the knife from the hands of a tiger when the person concerned is a mere achiever. In the same vein, Aguleri people could not have bestowed a title like "Akpokuodike ozaa" on an effeminate.

Blogging for Social Development: Social Media Hangout Debuts in Awka, Anambra State

On Monday, January 2016, Anambra’s rising status as the safest and trending state in Nigeria paved way for a Social Media Hangout (SMH). The event held at Karaoke Lounge, Prince Paradise Hotels, Awka is the maiden edition of the gathering of social media influencers. Taking “Meeting to Know” as a theme, this monthly activity will unite Social Media players across Anambra’s cyberspace as well as introduce “Connect, Convince, Convert” as the new initiative and better approach to dwelling on the online community.

Youth Group Calls for the Investigation of Emeakayi over Dasukigate, Murder

UNITED ANAMBRA YOUTH ASSEMBLY (U-AYA) ASK PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC PARTY (PDP) FACTIONAL STATE CHAIRMAN KEN EMEAKAYI WHY IS HE ADVOCATING ANARCHY AND BLOOD-SHED IN ANAMBRA STATE?


Our attention has been drawn to an address presented by Ken Emeakayi on 4th January 2016 where he stated categorically that he is going to introduce anarchy, bloodshed and wanton destruction of lives and property of Ndi-Anambra if his sentimental and personal opinion is not respected by the Anambra State Government. We hereby condemn this Ken Emeakayi’s assertion/threats.

PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT : NYSC Corps Members Serving In Kwara Are Advised Not To Travel Now

Information Reaching our news desk now revealed that, the ethnic clashes between the people people Ifelodun Local Government Area of Kwara state and their boundary counterparts 0f  Nupe in Niger state are slugging it out in a serious blooding fight.

Akunyili Murder Attempt : Court frees suspects

THE Abuja High Court Judge, Justice I.U Bello has discharged and  acquitted six persons charged for  conspiracy and attempted murder of the Former Minister of Information and Director-General, National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control, NAFDAC, Late Prof.  Dora Akunyili.

Online Publisher Honours With “Igwe Bu Ike” Title of Omasi Kingdom, Anambra State

The Senior Special Assistance to Anambra state  governor on Social Media, Rtn Ifeanyi Aniagoh has been coronated with the title of " Igwe Bu Ike” of Omasi Kingdom, as a mark of stewardship and  to appreciate his contributions to development of the younger generation of the community.

The Online Publisher, who was nominated by the youths of the community for the honour as a medium to reflect on the hard-work, perseverance and determination to effect positive change among the younger generation.

At 62 Kollington Can Kill Somebody In Bed---Wife Exclaimed

Many Fuji lovers would have wondered where Chief Kollinton Ayinla would have been, title has been heard of the Fuji Maestro shortly after his colleague, Chief Sikiru Ayinde Barrister Died some seven years ago.

Na’ Abba Cautions Buhari: Beware of Obasanjo’s pieces of advice

At a point, he left the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the All Congress of Nigeria (ACN), then back to the PDP before finally dumping the PDP shortly before the general elections for the All Progressives Congress (APC). In this interview, Na’Abba speaks on some national issues. Excerpts:

APC & PDP Slug in Out In Bayelsa Janury 9 Guber Re-Run In Southern Ijaw

                                                 Dickson                                   Sylva

Ahead of Saturday rerun election of January 9, 2016 in Bayelsa State, candidate of the  All Progressives Congress counterpart, Timipre Sylva, has expressed confidence to emerge winner in the poll.

Headies Awards Imbroglio: Olamide blasts Don Jazzy

Remember Notorious BIG and Tupac Shakur? Not a very pleasant memory but same situation seems to be brewing with arguably two biggest record labels in Nigeria: Don Jazzy’s MAVINS and Olamide’s YBNL.

New Chelsea Boss Requests Mikel, Hazard Others To Spring Up Winning Techniques

Guus Hiddink has challenged his Chelsea flops to rediscover the winning formula as they start the new year with a tricky trip to Crystal Palace on Sunday.

Hiddink’s side have drawn against Watford and Manchester United since the Dutchman returned for his second spell as Chelsea interim manager following Jose Mourinho’s exit.

Oliseh names 23 Man List for CHAN Rwanda 2016

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF)  Saturday in Abuja, disclosed that the Super Eagle Head Coach, Sunday Oliseh has named the Super Eagles B squad for the 2016 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in Rwanda.

Check Out 7 Top Players To Watch in 2016’s Europe Leagues

This is a rundown of the top six players you  need  to watch in 2016, based on their compelling story lines in 2015.

PLOTS HEIGHTEN TO KILL BUHARI – MBAKA 2016 PROPHECY

FIERY Catholic Priest and Founder, Adoration Ministries Enugu Nigeria, AMEN, Reverend Fr. Ejike Mbaka,yesterday, urged President Muhammadu Buhari to be on his guards, prophesying that alleged beneficiaries of massive corruption perpetrated during ex-President Goodluck Jonathan’s administration would plot to kill him.

Prove About Chris Brown's 9-Month-Old Secret Daughter With 31-Year-Old Model Nia

During his recent promo run, Chris Brown was king of saying too much in interviews, but there was one piece of information he definitely left out — he may be a father!

Tinubu: A skilled political strategist as Hero of Democracy

PRECEDENTS in the nation’s political history indicated that the All Peoples Congress, APC, a coalition of some opposition parties will not succeed in its bid to wrest power from the ruling Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. Afterall, in the First Republic, the United Parties Grand Alliance, UPGA, failed to dislodge the ruling NPC (Northern Peoples Congress) in the 1964 parliamentary elections.

The NPC, was the ruling party and dominant party in the Nigerian National Alliance, NNA, and its partners were the Nigerian National Democratic Party, the Midwest Democratic Front, the Dynamic Party, the Niger Delta Congress, the Lagos State United Front and the Republican Party.

Stanbic IBTC Changes Some Executives For Efficient Service Delivery

 Stanbic IBTC Holdings PLC, a member of Standard Bank Group, has announced some key executive appointments and changes in its management structure.

A new sexually transmitted disease will surface this year--- Pastor Adeboye

The General Overseer of Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, said there will be a new sexually transmitted disease (STD) this year 2016 and that there will be economic improvements as natural disasters will also be on the increase due to ungodly laws passed by governments.

GLOBAL PROPHESY: Pastor T.B Joshua Releases Alarming 2016 Global Predictions

Controversial Nigerian ‘Prophet’ T.B. Joshua has released a list of bleak predictions for the New Year 2016, particularly directed towards the continent of Africa.

Known for his unconventional antics, Mr. Joshua shunned protocol by cancelling his yearly ‘crossover service’, opting rather to address followers live on Christian television network Emmanuel TV from an undisclosed location.

Super Eagle Skipper Osaze Regrets QPR Transfer

Nigerian International and Super Eagles striker Peter Osaze Odemwingie said his attempt to force a transfer from West Brom to Queens Park Rangers on the transfer deadline of 2013 was regreatable.

In what has become arguably the most famous transfer deal never to be completed, Osaze now with Stoke City drove drove the 120 miles from Birmingham to London in an attempt to speed up a late move to QPR.

Suarez, Neymar & Messi, Meet Europe Men To Watch Out For In 2016

Barcelona set a new record for goals in a calendar year by a Spanish team after hammering Real Betis on Wednesday night – and they have also finished 2015 as the most prolific outfit across Europe’s top five leagues.

Olamide's Sublime Stage at #OLIC2 Remains Best In Nigerian Live Shows---PHOTOS

Chief Executive Officer YBNL Record Olamide’s stage appearance was expected to be massive. No other Nigerian artist has come close to releasing the number of hits Baddosneh has released in the past 12 months alone. The crowd at #OLIC2 could not wait for him to step out so that they could dance along to “Bobo”, “Lagos Boys” and “Melo Melo”.

Davido Begs Dele Momodu For Forgiveness

Nigerian pop star, Davido and his baby-mama Sophia, were recently embroiled in a fight over the custody of their daughter Imade, a battle which went viral on the social media.

WELCOME 2016! See Awesome Pictures Of New Year's fireworks Display Around The World

London

Fireworks display is synonymous with Christmas and New Year celebrations, as a mark to usher in a new dispensation of Jewish calendar year.

Millions Welcome 2016 at bash in New York's Times Square--PHOTOS

Millions of revelers converged on Times Square rang in the New Year with raucous cheers and a blizzard of confetti, striking an optimistic, even defiant, tone amid jitters over extremist attacks and heavy security that included 6,000 police officers.

VIDEO: Wizkid Lights Up The City Of Togo With Emmanuel Adebayor:PHOTOS

48 hours spent in the company of Emmanuel Adebayor and Wizkid was always going to be special. But it was only when an articulated bus – filled with girls, boys, DJs and a sound system pumping out Afrobeat tunes – as well as a convoys of SUVs pulled up outside the dusty airport in Togo to greet the Nigerian superstar and his entourage, that we started to realise quite how mad it could be.